“In terms of glycation, we do see more AGEs (advanced glycation endproducts) in older skin, especially diabetic skin,” she told Global News. ” There are laboratory links between AGEs and skin wrinkling. However, its not clear that increased sugar consumption leads to the increased AGEs and therefore wrinkles.”

She also said there is some evidence that could suggest that foods with a high glycemic index or high carb foods can exacerbate acne, but it’s only a contributing factor.

What does this mean?

And while these findings may make it seem like sugar can ruin your skin, experts said it’s important to remember not one single food can change the how your skin looks and feels. In fact, it’s more important to focus on other ways to improve your skin that have very little to do with diet.

Avoiding the temptation to pop or pick pimples, blackheads or whiteheads or even wearing sunscreen on the daily are all better ways to improve skin. “More doesn’t always mean better when it comes to skincare products,” Dr. Sandy Skotnicki told Global News in June. “Try to limit how much product you put on your face.”

Carroll said when he hears about our favourite celebs using food or water or anything else to change the appearance of their skin, remember there could also be other reasons their skin looks “good.”

“I find it amusing that every celebrity with beautiful skin gives credit to water intake rather then the more likely culprits of Botox, laser and good genes.”
With files from Dani-Elle Dubé